VN 2021 210 Regional Programme Development Officer (P3) Brussels, Belgium

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Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director (RD) of the Regional Office ( RO) of

European Economic Area in Brussels and the direct supervision of the Head of Policy and

Programme Support Division (PPSD), the successful candidate will identify opportunities for

promoting and implementing IOM’s strategic objectives for the European Union (EU) and the

EU+ European Economic Area (EEA)+Switzerland region, elaborate and co-develop project

ideas and concepts, develop strategic partnerships with the Brussels-based donor community

and provide programme development support specific to the EU in the EEA region.

The Regional Programme Development Officer will provide guidance and verify the compliance

with European Commission (EC) funding and reporting procedures of EU-funded programmes

in IOM Country Offices (COs) worldwide, and will coordinate and facilitate with the Head of

PPSD the resource mobilization liaison efforts with EU services.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Keep abreast on funding trends, policies and strategic priorities and budgetary planning

cycles related to EC financial instruments and thematic programmes.

2. Analyze EU funding architecture, contribute to the design of strategies for outreach, resource

mobilization and liaison. Counsel on opportunities to engage in relevant EC processes and

planning cycles (e.g. mid-term reviews of Country Strategy Papers).

3. Support the design and formulation of systems for improved coordination and information

sharing for identification of IOM-relevant funding opportunities for IOM COs worldwide.

4. Contribute and provide technical support in managing overall fundraising data and

information. Prepare and maintain updated records and reports on a periodic basis and

contribute to the preparation of the annual resource mobilization report and work plan.

5. Ensure the upgrading of internal project tracking procedures for EU-funded projects, including

updating project databases as well as coordinating proposal and report reviews with relevant

units at Headquarters (HQ) and Regional Offices (ROs).

6. Provide technical assistance and guidance to IOM’s Country and Regional Offices worldwide

in the development of projects in response to EC calls for proposal and tenders, in compliance

with donor requirements and priorities. Coordinate preparation and submission of high quality

project proposals.

7. Provide general guidance on EU-funded programmes for IOM Cos. worldwide. Review the

CO’s concept notes, programme fiches and reports, to ensure quality control and compliance

with EC submission guidelines

8. Contribute to the finalization of agreements with the EC. Advise and guide IOM COs with

respect to EC requirements on visibility, monitoring/verification COs, evaluations, etc.

9. In coordination with the Head of PPSD, establish contacts and liaise with the relevant external

counterparts in the EU institutions on funding opportunities, project development/negotiations,

and project implementation issues.

10. As and when required, coordinate with relevant units at HQ and the ROs, as well as external

counterparts with regard to the preparation of briefing materials for high-level meetings and

resource mobilization.

11. Develop and maintain contacts and networks with IOM’s National Project Development staff

to identify resource capacities and project development gaps, and to provide support.

12. Support Regional Thematic Specialists (RTS) in the identification of thematic regional and

multi-thematic funding opportunities.

13. Contribute to the conceptualization and design of IOM CO projects in order to promote and

implement IOM’s strategic priorities for the Region, in line with the IOM Constitution, IOM

Strategy, the Organization’s policies, thematic guidelines and the IOM Project Handbook and

any national and/or regional strategies and priorities.

14. In coordination with the Head of PPSD, provide programmatic guidance and support to IOM

COs involved in EU-funded programmes in Europe and worldwide.

15. Act as a resource person on all aspects of EU related project conceptualization for both the

Region and other COs worldwide.

16. Organise and provide training for IOM COs related to project development and

implementation, as well as EU funding opportunities as required.

17. Undertake travel duties relating to project development, monitoring of project implementation

and liaison with EU donor counterparts, as required.

18. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Migration Studies, International Relations, Law

and/or Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with

five years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in the field of migration issues both at policy and programme level;
• Demonstrated expertise and experience in EC funding (from programming to compliance);
• Experience in IOM project development and management;
• Demonstrated high level of expertise and experience within the thematic area relevant to

project development;

• Experience in liaising with national, regional and international institutions is a requirement; and,
• Experience in liaising with EU institutions is an advantage.

Skills

• Knowledge of regional issues and specifics is a distinct advantage;
• Effectively interfaces with government officials of appropriate level on matters related to

substantive migration issues and the work of IOM;

• Capacity to apply effectively the knowledge of migration issues within organizational context;
• Ability to frame migration issues within their regional, global, and political context;
• Knowledge of the EU structure and funding mechanisms; and,
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in

English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French,

Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of French or Spanish is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process,

which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database

(https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural

differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner

consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed

manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve

shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely

manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and

innovate.

• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes

responsibility for own action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains

complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the

ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling

environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and

communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p

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Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding

confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.

Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain

eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in

the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are

nationals of the duty station’s country and who do not have prior experience outside the duty

station’s country as staff member in the Professional category cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,

accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No

late applications will be accepted.

How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment

system, by 16 September 2021 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment

system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

Posting period:
From 03.09.2021 to 16.09.2021

No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview,

processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank

accounts.

Job Type: Temporary